Monday links

Don’t have time to scour the internet for the latest food safety, animal safety, and agriculture news? Relax, we’ve got it covered.

Animal Science

Size matters – Drover’s Cattle Network
According to a study by Kansas State University, not all corn is created equal when it comes to how particle size affects feedlot cattle’s ability to digest corn and use it for energy and growth.

How Fish Could Change What It Means For Food To Be Organic – NPR
When it comes to organic certification, food producers must follow strict guidelines and the U.S. Department of Agriculture is considering a set of rules for organic farmed fish. Several consumer groups, though, say the recommended rules don’t go far enough to meet the strict standards of other organic foods.

Fighting Crime on the Farm – AgWeb
Sadly, crimes perpetuated against farmers and farm animals is nothing new. It’s also way more prevalent than you might imagine.

The Future Of Agriculture? Smart Farming – Forbes
The agricultural sector is going to face enormous challenges in order to feed the 9.6 billion people that the FAO predicts are going to inhabit the planet by 2050. One way is using sensing technology to make farms more “intelligent” and more connected through the so-called “precision agriculture” also known as “smart farming”.